006 TDA56..GB/09/12
Customer Service
Great Britain
Bosch Customer Service
Grand Union House
Old Wolverton Road
Milton Keynes
MK12 5PT
UK +44 (0)844 892 8923
IRL +353 (0)1450 2655
www.bosch-home.co.uk
Operating instructions
Solving Minor Problems Yourself
Problem
Possible Causes
Solution
Iron does not
work or is not
heating up
Temperature control (H) set
to minimum
Turn the temperature control
to the desired position
Connection problems
Check that the plug is inserted
into the mains socket correctly
The automatic shut-off
system has been activated (*)
Move the iron gently from side
to side to re-start it
Iron is not
steaming
There is no water in the tank
(D)
Fill the water tank
The steam regulator (A) is in
the
position
Set the steam regulator to the
relevant position
Water is
dripping from
the holes in
the soleplate
Temperature control (H)
setting is too low.
Set the temperature control
within the steam area
(between the “••” and “max”)
or turn the steam regulator (A)
to
Steam regulator (A) is set
too high in conjunction with
a low temperature.
Turn the steam regulator to a
lower setting.
You have pressed the
shot of steam button (L)
repeatedly without waiting
for 5 seconds between each
press
Wait 5 seconds between
each press of the jet of steam
button
Water has been left in the
tank (D) when the sole plate
was cold, with the steam
regulator (A) set at
or
Always empty the tank after
ironing and set the steam
regulator to
after ironing
and when filling the tank
Distilled water has not been
used (see “Filling the water
tank” section) or other
products such as fragrant
water have been added to
the tank
Mix distilled water with tap
water as directed in the “Filling
the water tank” section and
never add any other products
to the water tank
Spray does
not work.
No water in the tank.
Add water to the water tank.
Obstructed mechanism.
Contact an Authorised
Technical Service Centre.
The iron
begins to
smoke when
switched on.
During first use: Certain
components on the
appliance have been lightly
greased at the factory and
may produce a little smoke
when initially heated.
This is completely normal and
will stop after a short while.
Deposits
come out
through the
holes in the
soleplate
Traces of lime scale are
coming out of the steam
chamber
Carry out a cleaning cycle (see
“self cleaning” section)
Flashing
lamp on top
of handle (*)
Auto-shut off has been
activated.
Move the iron gently fromside
to side to re-start it. The lamp
will then flash once before it
re-heats
Thank you for buying the TDA56 steam iron from Bosch. These
instructions contain valuable information about the unique features
of this iron and some hints to make ironing easier for you.
Please visit www.bosch-home.co.uk for more product
information or to register your product, just follow the
link to the Online guarantee registration.
Important
This appliance has been designed exclusively for domestic
use and must not be used for industrial purposes.
Carefully read through the operating instructions for the
appliance and safeguard them for future reference.
General safety instructions
• The iron must not be left unattended while it is
connected to the supply mains.
• Remove the plug from the socket before filling the
appliance with water or before pouring out the
remaining water after use.
• The appliance must be used and placed on a stable
surface.
• When placed on its stand, make sure that the surface
on which the stand is placed is stable.
• The iron should not be used if it has been dropped,
if there are visible signs of damage or if it is leaking
water. It must be checked by an authorized Technical
Service Centre before it can be used again.
• With the aim of avoiding dangerous situations, any
work or repair that the appliance may need, e.g.
replacing a faulty mains cable, must only be carried
out by qualified personnel from an Authorised
Technical Service Centre.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.
• Keep the iron and its cord out of reach of children less
than 8 years of age when it is energized or cooling down.
•
CAUTION. Hot surface.
Surface is liable to get hot during use.
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• This appliance is to be connected and used in accordance with
the information stated on its characteristics plate.
• This appliance must be connected to an earthed socket. If it is
absolutely necessary to use an extension cable, make sure that
it is suitable for 16A and has a socket with an earth connection.
• If the safety fuse fitted in the appliance blows, the appliance
will be rendered inoperative. To restore normal operation the
appliance will have to be taken to an authorised Technical
Service Centre.
• In order to avoid that, under unfavourable mains conditions,
phenomena like transient voltage drops or lighting fluctuations
can happen, it is recommended that the iron is connected to a
power supply system with a maximum impedance of 0.27
Ω
. If
necessary, the user can ask the public power supply company
for the system impedance at the interface point.
• The appliance must never be placed directly under the tap to
fill the water tank.
• Unplug the appliance from the mains supply after each use, or
if a fault is suspected.
• The electrical plug must not be removed from the socket by
pulling the cable.
• Never immerse the iron in water or any other fluid.
• Do not leave the appliance exposed to weather conditions (rain,
sun, frost, etc.).
Tips to help you save energy
Steam production consumes the most energy. To help minimise
the energy used, follow the advice below:
• Start by ironing the fabrics that require the lowest ironing
temperature.
• Regulate the steam according to the selected ironing
temperature.
• Only use steam if necessary. If possible, use the spray function
instead.
• Try to Iron the fabrics while they are still damp and reduce the
steam setting. Steam will be generated from the fabrics rather
than the iron. If you tumble dry your fabrics before ironing them,
set the tumble drier to the ‘iron dry’ programme.
• If the fabrics are damp enough, turn off the steam regulator
completely.
• Stand the iron upright during pauses. Resting it horizontally
with the steam regulator on generates wasted steam.
* Model dependent
You can download this manual from the local homepages of Bosch
GUARANTEE TERMS
The terms of the guarantee for this appliance are in accordance
with that stated by our representative for the country in which
it is sold. Details of those conditions can be obtained from the
retailer from whom the appliance was purchased. The SALES
RECEIPT must be presented when making any claims against the
terms of this guarantee. We reserve the right to make technical
modifications.
Environmental Care
This iron has been redesigned according to ecological criteria,
related to the sustainable development, analyzing its whole
lifecycle - from material selection to its later reusing or recycling
- evaluating the improvement possibilities, from a technical,
economical and environmental point of view.
Before throwing a used appliance away, you should make it
noticeably inoperable e.g. cut off the mains lead and be certain
to dispose of it in accordance with current laws and regulations.
Your retailer, town council or local council can give you detailed
information about these.
This appliance is labelled in accordance with
European Directive 2012/19/EU concerning used
electrical and electronic appliances (waste
electrical and electronic equipment - WEEE).
The guideline determines the framework for the
return and re cycling of used appliances as applicable
throughout the EU.
Before using the Iron for the first time
Please carry out the following steps:
1. Remove the protective cover from the soleplate before using
the iron.
2. While the iron is unplugged, fill the water tank (D) with tap water
3. Plug the appliance into the mains and set the temperature
control (H) to the “•••” position by lining it up with the pointer
(G) on the iron.
4. When the iron has reached the correct temperature (the
pilot lamp “I” will goes out), set the steam regulator (A) to the
maximum position .
5. Hold the iron horizontally and repeatedly press the shot of steam
button (L). Any residue should come out of the soleplate (E).
It may smoke and smell – this is normal and will cease after a
short while.
6. If necessary, carefully clean the soleplate down with a dry, folded
cloth.
